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A new initiative called the 'Farmer Green Card Programme' has been launched in the Gwadar district.

‘Farmer Green Card’ launched in Gwadar to aid growers

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GWADAR: A new initiative called the ‘Farmer Green Card Programme’ has been launched in the Gwadar district. The scheme, introduced by the Department of Agriculture Extension, is designed to support local farmers and boost agricultural growth by connecting them directly to government aid. Deputy Director Riaz Ahmed Baloch described the programme as a “golden opportunity” for […]

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Pakistan and the Afghan Taliban are holding a second round of talks in Istanbul today, building on the progress made during their previous discussions in Doha.

Pakistan and Afghanistan agree to ceasefire following Qatar talks

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DOHA: Qatar’s Foreign Ministry has announced that Pakistan and Afghanistan have reached a ceasefire agreement. The deal was brokered during talks held in the Qatari capital, Doha. According to an official statement, the negotiations were mediated by both Qatar and Turkey. The two neighbouring countries have also agreed to hold further meetings in the coming days.

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Iran Air to launch direct flights from Quetta to Zahidan

Iran Air launches direct flights between Quetta, Zahedan, and Mashhad

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QUETTA: A new direct air service has been launched by Iran Air, linking Quetta with the Iranian cities of Zahedan and Mashhad. The route is a significant development, designed to meet the long-standing travel demands of local businesses, religious pilgrims, and tourists. Officials state that this direct connection is expected to increase trade between the two

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The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a man in Quetta for pretending to be one of its own officers.

Fraudster posing as FIA Assistant Director arrested in Quetta

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QUETTA: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested a man in Quetta for pretending to be one of its own officers. Act on a tip-off, a team from the FIA’s Anti-Corruption and Anti-Human Trafficking units carried out a raid near the Deputy Commissioner’s Office. They detained Basheer Ahmed, who was allegedly masquerading as an FIA Assistant

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Coal mine accidents have killed 51 workers in Balochistan this year

4 coal miners die after inhaling poisonous gas in Duki

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QUETTA: Four coal miners from Afghanistan have died in two separate accidents at mines in Balochistan on Saturday. The fatalities were caused by a build-up of methane gas. According to police, the men were working in the Duki and Chamalang coalfield areas when the incidents occurred. Syed Rafiullah, the Chief Inspector of Mines for Balochistan, provided

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Pakistan, Afghanistan conclude first round of talks in Qatar

Pakistan, Afghanistan conclude first round of talks in Qatar

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DOHA: The first round of talks between Pakistan and Afghanistan concluded in Doha after more than five hours of discussions. The negotiations were held in the presence of Qatari representatives who facilitated dialogue between the two neighboring countries. In this regard, both sides presented their respective concerns and complaints during the meeting. Pakistan raised security-related

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Zimbabwe accepted Pak invitation to replace Afghanistan in tri-series after deadly strikes

Zimbabwe accepted Pak invitation to replace Afghanistan in tri-series after deadly strikes

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ZIMBABWE: Zimbabwe Cricket has accepted an invitation from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to join a Twenty20 tri-nation series in Pakistan. The PCB announced on Saturday, after Afghanistan withdrew following an airstrike that killed three Afghan cricketers. In this sense, the tri-series, also featuring Sri Lanka, is scheduled from November 17 to 29 and is

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Pakistan's NAM Stand: Championing peace and self-determination in Uganda

Pakistan’s NAM Stand: Championing peace and self-determination in Uganda

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan participated in the 19th Mid-Term Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), held in Kampala, Uganda, from October 15 to 16, 2025.  The meeting, convened under the theme “Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence,” brought together representatives from Non Aligned Movement (NAM) member states to discuss pressing global challenges and confirm solidarity among

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Breaking News: Key militant commander Killed in Iran’s Berzi Garishk region

Key militant commander Killed in Iran’s Berzi Garishk region

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TEHRAN: One of the key commanders of the militant group Fitna al-Khawarij, identified as Jameel alias “Tatuk,” has been killed in an operation in Iran’s Berzi Garishk region. Jameel was involved in several acts of sabotage and militant operations carried out over the past few years. Furthermore, his activities extended across various border regions, including

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Border tensions halt Pakistan-Afghanistan trade, causing billions in losses

Border tensions halt Pakistan-Afghanistan trade, causing billions in losses

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ISLAMABAD: The trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan has come to a complete standstill following intensified border tensions that erupted on October 12. The suspension of cross-border trade has led to losses worth billions of rupees, with thousands of cargo trucks stranded on both sides of the border. In this sense, the Afghan forces opened unprovoked

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